1986 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3221 mm |
